Offenburg to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Offenburg to Hamburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£36

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£41

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

5 h 27 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

6 h

Trains on 17 Sept

5

Distance

585 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Offenburg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Offenburg to Hamburg will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 5 trains from Offenburg to Hamburg, including 3 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 585 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 74
    10:025h27
    Offenburg station
    15:29Hamburg Hbf
    £361One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 992 · ICE 772
    8:246h05
    Offenburg station
    14:29Hamburg Hbf
    £361One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 202 · ICE 772
    8:246h05
    Offenburg station
    14:29Hamburg Hbf
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnECE 8
    7:585h31
    Offenburg station
    13:29Hamburg Hbf
    £451One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 202
    8:246h51
    Offenburg station
    15:15Hamburg Hbf
    £541One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Offenburg to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Offenburg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £106.

Distance: 585 km

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Train
Coach
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Driving

£60

Average Price

£40

Average Price

Cheapest

£106

Average Price

£35

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 42m

Average total duration

8h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 20m

Average total duration

9h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 9m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.8 - 3.5kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Offenburg to Hamburg is a coach with an average price of £40.

This is compared to other travel options from Offenburg to Hamburg:

A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Offenburg to Hamburg costing on average £60.

A coach is £66 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Offenburg to Hamburg costing on average £106.

The fastest way to travel from Offenburg to Hamburg is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 12m.

Coach takes on average 9h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Offenburg and Hamburg including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-24.76. The journey takes 8h 12m versus 7h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Offenburg to Hamburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Offenburg to Hamburg trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 60402 · ICE 778
Delayed
22:41 0:41Offenburg station
8h00
6:56 6:56Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 60470
Delayed
22:03 23:35Offenburg station
8h18
5:59 5:59Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
Thursday 17 September
Deutsche BahnECE 8
On time
7:58 Offenburg station
5h31
13:29 Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 202
On time
8:24 Offenburg station
6h51
15:15 Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 992 · ICE 772
Delayed
8:24 Offenburg station
6h05
12:40 12:40Hamburg Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 202 · ICE 772
Delayed
8:24 Offenburg station
6h05
12:40 12:40Hamburg Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 74
Delayed
10:02 Offenburg station
5h27
13:40 13:40Hamburg Hbf
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Offenburg to Hamburg

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Trains from Offenburg to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 585 km distance in 5h 27m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
585 km
Average train duration
8h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
5h 27m
First train
0:30
Last train
23:52
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Offenburg to Hamburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Offenburg and Hamburg from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
5h 27m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£16
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
8h 21m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
£36
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Hamburg

Things to do in Hamburg

Discover the best of Hamburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hamburg trip today.

  • Must visit

Hamburger Kunsthalle

Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.

  • Recommended

Deichtorhallen Hamburg

Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.

  • Recommended

Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg

Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.

FAQs: Offenburg to Hamburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Offenburg to Hamburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Offenburg to Hamburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £60.
The train journey from Offenburg to Hamburg covers a distance of 585 km and takes approximately 5h 27m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Offenburg to Hamburg is 585 km.
The first train from Offenburg to Hamburg leaves at 0:30.
The last train from Offenburg to Hamburg departs at 23:52.
Trains from Offenburg to Hamburg run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Offenburg and Hamburg. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
To get from Offenburg to Hamburg, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Offenburg to Hamburg.
The train station in Offenburg that goes to Hamburg is Offenburg station, and it arrives at Hamburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Offenburg to Hamburg is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Offenburg to Hamburg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Offenburg to Hamburg offers scenic views, particularly as it traverses the Black Forest region and follows parts of the Rhine River, providing a picturesque experience before reaching the urban landscapes of northern Germany.
A day trip from Offenburg to Hamburg is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 27m. The distance is 585 km. Trains run 10 times per day.
In Hamburg, visitors can explore the vibrant nightlife of the Reeperbahn, take a scenic boat tour of the Port of Hamburg, and visit the lively Hamburg Fish Market. Discover the city's rich maritime history at the International Maritime Museum, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Alster Lakes, and visit top sights such as Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie, and Speicherstadt. St. Michael's Church offers sweeping views, while Planten un Blomen provides themed gardens and recreational activities.
A visit of three to four days is generally recommended to explore the main attractions in Hamburg, including the Miniatur Wunderland, the Elbphilharmonie, and the Port of Hamburg.
Yes, you can take the train from Offenburg to Hamburg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Offenburg and Hamburg

Most Offenburg to Hamburg trains use the Offenburg to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Offenburg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Offenburg
Arrival train stations in Hamburg

Which Offenburg station do trains to Hamburg leave from?

Trains from Offenburg to Hamburg leave from Offenburg. The station is from Offenburg city centre at Offenburg, Hauptstr. 1, 77652 Offenburg.
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Offenburg train station facilities and services

Offenburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Quoc-Thai, Grill & Kebaphaus, Drehers Stehcafe, Museumscafe

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg. ATMs are available at Offenburg.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Offenburg. Information desks are available at Offenburg.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Offenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Offenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Offenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Sonne, Boarding House Alte Spinnerei, Hotel Union.

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